Van's Aircraft RV-12 Pilot Operating Handbook page 52

Date: 04/06/18
CRUISE
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Level-Off – ACCELERATE to desired cruise airspeed
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Flaps – CHECK UP
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Throttle – SET RPM to cruise power (5500 RPM Max)
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Trim – AS REQUIRED
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Engine Gauges – CHECK
DESCENT & APPROACH
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Throttle – REDUCE
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Flight Instruments - ADJUST
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Airspeed – AS DESIRED
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Engine Gauges – MONITOR
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Flaps – UP (above 82 KIAS )
AS DESIRED (below 82 KIAS)
The descent should be made with enough power to
maintain cylinder head and oil temperatures in green arc. If
possible, avoid wind milling the engine with the propeller by
reducing airspeed or increasing power.
When planning a descent from cruise altitude to the airport
traffic pattern, use time to destination to calculate a realist
and comfortable rate (500ft/min).
When available, use the Vertical navigation (VNAV) function
of the EFIS to perform a stable descent if terrain, airspace
and/or weather permit.
4-12 RV-12 PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK
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